Longtime Westfield Chocolate Shop To Close After This Weekend

WESTFIELD, NJ — Brummer's Chocolates on East Broad Street in Westfield, which moved to town 31 years ago from Jersey City, is closing after this weekend because of the owner's retirement.

The shop said in a Facebook post on Monday, "After 31 years in Westfield, NJ, Brummer’s Chocolates will be closing its doors on Saturday, July 18. George Brummer, owner and operator, has decided to retire after 47 years in the candy making business. We thank all of our customers for their years of support!"

Brummer’s will be open this week, Wednesday through Saturday, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the shop said.

After the post, many residents shared memories, saying the shop reminded them of family holidays and wishing Brummer a happy retirement.

"This hurts my heart," wrote a female customer. "I was at the Junction as a child. Every holiday included a Brummer's box of sweet chocolatey love. As a mom I have made the pilgrimage every holiday as a continuing family tradition for my own children... I wish you all the best for your retirement and Thanks for the memories!!"

"Just want to thank you for providing generations of holiday joy, and chocolate of the highest quality," wrote another patron. "Our family won’t recognize Christmas and Easter without treats from your store. I hope you feel a significant sense of fulfillment from having contributed so much to important traditions in the lives of families in our region."

While Brummer's may be heading out, downtown Westfield customers can still enjoy outdoor dining under special rules approved in the last month, as well as entertainment and activities on Quimby Street. To read more and get a link to the updated Quimby schedules each weekend, click here.

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